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Dave's Garage
- Diagnosis
- Work
- Truck
“They were so incredibly kind and flexible to a first-time customer, willing to work with my weird schedule and get me in quickly for a diagnosis and repair at very reasonable prices.”
Best Mechanic Shops in South Bend, IN
24 technicians listed · 5 in South Bend · 3 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Tim's Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
- Brakes
“And they have went above and beyond to make it as least costly to my account , not many mechanics would do that, most are scam artist Wich is exactly why I stay loyal to the ones that help me.”
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J & S Services Center
- Prices
- Brakes
“Service was fast and more affordable than any other auto service center around.”
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Rob's Service Center
- Mechanic
- Oil
- Price
“Great service, these guys know what they are doing!”
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Dandaymar Auto Repair
- Mechanic
“I had a bad transfer case on my 2014 jeep grand cherokee so I took my jeep in Monday morning for a new transfer case install he called me on Tuesday afternoon saying my jeep was done.”
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Jayson's Auto Truck Service Center
“I want to thank her and the whole team for taking care of me and offering 5 Star service from the first interaction on the phone to the pick up of my vehicle.”
Listed for drivers in and around South Bend, IN, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: South Bend, IN
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 5 are in South Bend itself and 19 come from towns including Niles, MI (6, 9 mi), Elkhart (6, 16 mi) and Mishawaka (4, 5 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,815 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (83%) and value (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "honest", "fair" and "diagnosis". 3 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 12 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 offers financing; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 17 of the technicians on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Why are some shops on this page not in South Bend?
5 of the 24 shops are located in South Bend; the rest come from other towns within 20 mi. Distances are straight-line.
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Qualified Auto Service
- Conversation
- Mechanic
- Oil
“The own hans is very nice and knows what he is talking about they had my wife's car fixed and ready in no time and vehicle has not had a problem since thank you gus!!!”
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Rock Auto Service
“I had an electrical issue due to moisture , byefore he coyld checit out the issue stopped he did not proceed with suspect part becausse he couldnt confirm it was bad.”
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Dave's Garage
- Noon
- Fair
- Price
“I dropped my Jeep off at Dave's and within two days my jeep was fixed and the actual problem (the other shop had misdiagnosed the real issue) was half the cost.”
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Bertrand Auto LLC
“Christine and her boss wasn't able to fix my car but they did put me in a very nice hotel for the night if it hadn't been for them i don't know what I was going to do so i am pleased to give them a 5 star rating and god bless yall Michelle bunch”
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Millin Automotive Repair LLC
- Mechanic
- Honest
- Prices
“Come to find out all it was the oil filter had been tightened on with a wrench at Gurley LEEP, and it punctured it, and these people went over and beyond.”
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Angel Automotive Inc
- Diagnosis
- Price
- Vehicle
“I've used Angel Automotive for many years now and would highly recommend this company to anyone who is looking for a reliable, honest, and customer focused repair and service center.”
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Reynolds Auto Repair
- Money
- Mechanic
- Prices
“James has built such a community in his shop that I don't even mind waiting for my cars to be finished because his frequent flying customers like to hang out and chat most of the times I have been there, and they're fun to talk to!”
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Ron's Grape Rd Automotive
“I've always been nervous of going to new car shops because I don't want to get ripped off, but this place has a great technician (Devon) who had every chance to upsell me things I didn't need, but took the time to sit down with me to go over all of m...”
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Automotive Plus
- Prices
- Vehicles
“Automotive is the best for repair my 2002 mercedes-benz I would give them 10 stars if they had it very friendly place I would tell anyone too take their care there marty price”
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Trick Tuning & Performance
“Great people, answered all my questions I had my Nitros bottle filled but talked to them about possible turbo to be added to my 502 69 Camaro he was honest when I asked him about what we were talking $$$ and he said the sky's the limit which is true ...”
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K&J Automotive
- Vehicle
- Brakes
- Oil
“Good place”
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Leading Edge Automotive
- Classic Car
“They do amazing work but highly recommend them”
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Tanner's Service Center
“I gotta say I went to 5 shops was quoted to repair my rear end on my 2015 dmv Sierra 2500HD Duramax over 4-5k went to tanner much cheaper with same warrenty everyone offered tanner and his crew had me in and out with in a day of rebuilding my rearend...”
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Garoutte's Auto & Truck Center
- Communication
- Vehicle
- Price
“The owner Mike is a great guy he's straight forward and lets you know what's going on before he does anything to your vehicle and he lets you know that something is going to need repaired or replaced in the near future and that it can wait.......”
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Randy's Auto Service
- Tow
“They were quick to get to me, and charged a fair price.”
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Newman's Automotive
- Vehicle
- Price
“He's been in business for years and well known reputation within the community.”
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Badger Auto Repair
- Price
“Honest, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable.”
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Rays Custom Paint LLC
“Quality work for a fair price!”
Auto Mechanic Services in South Bend, IN Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$292
Maximum cost
$2915
National Average
$642
Avg Per Hour Rates
$105
$467
$816
Typical price range is based on 335 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in South Bend
- “Took my car in to get several issues resolved and Rob and his crew got everything done in a timely manner for a fair price.” — customer of Rob's Service Center
- “In my book these guys and this place is top notch and they treat you like a family because at Tim's it is a family business.” — customer of Tim's Auto Repair
- “The staff was extremely friendly. This will be the only shop I use in the future to service our cars.” — customer of J & S Services Center
- “Dave's Garage got it right on it, diagnosed and fixed the original problem, and also told me what else needed repair.” — customer of Dave's Garage
- “The mechanic was very friendly and professional. He alerted me to a problem that would need attention in the future.” — customer of Rob's Service Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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